A new Fond du Lac warming shelter is opening this week. The Holy Family Warming Shelter is located at 73 East First Street. Holy Family Catholic Community spokeswoman Sarah Razner says starting Wednesday evening the shelter will serve up to 30 individuals every night through April. Meanwhile, on Tuesday, November 28 – Giving Tuesday – Holy Family, the St. Katharine Drexel Shelter and Fond du Lac County United […]
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, joined by state Senator Kelda Roys and state Representative Lisa Subeck, announced new legislation to ensure those convicted of violent offenses related to domestic violence are unable to legally purchase or possess firearms in Wisconsin. The bill reorganizes two statutes—the crime of disorderly conduct and the definition of domestic abuse—so that individuals convicted of disorderly conduct as a result of domestic violence are prohibited from […]
The Wisconsin District Attorneys’ Association (WDAA), an association representing over 400 criminal prosecutors in the State of Wisconsin, is pleased to announce the recipients of this year’s prosecutor of the year awards. These awards are designed to recognize the outstanding work of a District Attorney, Deputy District Attorney, Assistant District Attorney and an ADA with 5-10 years of experience who demonstrates great promise and leadership in the field of prosecution […]
SSM Health Greater Fond du Lac is hosting an educational tabling event at its three hospitals the week of November 27 in partnership with the Lions Eye Bank of Wisconsin (LEBW) and UW Organ and Tissue Donation (UW OTD) to raise awareness and educate our shared communities on the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation. In addition, Deb Toth, SSM Health Advanced Care planning specialist, will be available […]
SSM Health Cancer Care, 480 E. Division Street, Fond du Lac, has announced recent recognition by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) as a Surgical Quality Partner. Being a Surgical Quality Partner signifies SSM Health Cancer Care’s dedication to consistently improving procedures and approaches, all while maintaining a critical eye on the process at every step. It demonstrates that SSM Health Cancer Care has improved the quality of care, prevented […]
CHICAGO (AP) — Craig Counsell didn't answer the phone when the Chicago Cubs called about their manager job. Once he realized the number belonged to President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer, he quickly got in touch. After that, things unfolded in a hurry. The Cubs introduced Counsell as their 56th manager on Monday, one week after they lured him away from the Milwaukee Brewers with a record contract and fired David Ross […]
Republican lawmakers continue to push election amendments to the state constitution that would change elections administration in Wisconsin. The Senate and Assembly last week gave final approval to two constitutional amendments that head to voters in statewide elections in 2024. In April, voters will decide whether the state should outlaw private funding for elections. Republican state senator Joan Ballweg of Markesan says its in response to a nonprofit that distributed hundreds of millions of […]
Nobody was injured in a fire that burned 25 acres in a swamp area in Fond du Lac County. Firefighters from 11 area departments battled the blaze Sunday in a field near Highways CCC and G in the town of Marshfield, The fire is believed to have started from an ATV that had a mechanical problem.
The annual Great American Smokeout is scheduled for Thursday, November 16. The event, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, encourages people who currently smoke to quit – even if it’s just for one day. This year members of the East Central Alliance for Nicotine Prevention say there are more effective tools than ever before to help people quit. ”If people who smoke are ready to quit, there are a lot […]